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Enjoy an alternative Italian city break this winter in Genoa

Enjoy an alternative Italian city break this winter in Genoa

Those looking for a more unusual Italian city break this winter can head to Northern Italy’s Genoa. The city is the capital of Liguria, home to pesto and birthplace of Christopher Columbus.

New flagship art'otel to open in the heart of Amsterdam in 2013

New flagship art'otel to open in the heart of Amsterdam in 2013

Recently named the 2nd best city to visit in 2013 by Lonely Planet's "Best in Travel", Amsterdam rightly deserves a funky new hotel. In a year that sees the city celebrate several landmark anniversaries, Amsterdam will also welcome its first art'otel due to open this summer.

The new bigger, bolder London Dungeon opens 1st March 2013

The new bigger, bolder London Dungeon opens 1st March 2013

The London Dungeon, one of the UK's most iconic attractions, will re-invent itself in March 2013 when it opens a new bigger, bolder and better attraction in the vast underground vaults of County Hall on the South Bank, next to the EDF Energy London Eye.

Norwich - A refreshingly different top ten shopping city

Norwich - A refreshingly different top ten shopping city

Norwich, a unique city destination with thriving award-winning independent businesses, UNESCO City of Literature status and an exciting cultural 2013 ahead.

Frankfurt: High above the rooftops

Frankfurt: High above the rooftops

Reaching for the skies: Open-air events, observation platforms, skyscraper tours, high-rise hotels and a special theme tour entitled "Architecture in Frankfurt" help to better acquaint locals and visitors with Frankfurt's famous skyline.

Holiday Shopafrolic at London's deluxe St Ermin's Hotel

Holiday Shopafrolic at London's deluxe St Ermin's Hotel

It's a cracker - from 16th December until 28th February 2013 fashionistas can hit the town in style staying at the recently transformed, highly distinctive four star deluxe St Ermin's Hotel, St James's Park in the heart of London.

Top US Christmas shopping cities

Tour America Direct is tipping Philadelphia, Atlanta, Vegas and Washington as its top value-for-money shopping destinations in the run up to Christmas.

New York for Arties & Smarties

New York for Arties & Smarties

Forget mainstream museums and galleries, there is so much more going on in New York for chic geeks and arty types.

From vintage cycling to cider sampling in Bristol this autumn

From vintage cycling to cider sampling in Bristol this autumn

As autumn looms, Visit Bristol has released its top ten best ways to enjoy a break with a taste of culture in the West Country capital this season.

Brisbane’s foodie scene resurges with new openings

Brisbane’s foodie scene resurges with new openings

Almost two years on from the wide scale floods that affected much of the city centre, Brisbane’s food scene has capitalised on the opportunity to regenerate its waterfront and embrace new restaurants and bars.

The only way is up for Down Under

Down Under is on the way ‘up’ with its most iconic city, Sydney, claiming the top spot as the nation’s most desired 'City Break' destination.

Chic Outlet Shopping launches luxury shopping packages

Chic Outlet Shopping launches luxury shopping packages

Whether you're planning a girls' day out, a romantic weekend away, or just fancy updating you wardrobe, make your visit to one of the nine Chic Outlet Shopping Villages in Europe an experience to remember with a Chic Shopping Package.

Visit Munich and celebrate 200 years of German beer gardens

Visit Munich and celebrate 200 years of German beer gardens

Munich is the beer capital of Europe and this summer sees the city celebrate the 200th anniversary of the law that allowed the city to open beer gardens.

Coco in the capital: New chocolate lovers' city break

Coco in the capital: New chocolate lovers' city break

Sweet-toothed travellers can now enjoy the ideal gourmet getaway with a choice of new and exclusive chocolate lovers' city breaks in Edinburgh.

First tickets for 'The View From The Shard' go on sale

First tickets for 'The View From The Shard' go on sale

The View from The Shard is the new premium visitor experience at the pinnacle of The Shard, London's newest landmark, Britain's first vertical town and Western Europe's tallest building.